Song Soo Lim is a Professor of International Economics at Korea University, where he specializes in international agri-food trade policy, global economic governance, and sustainable agricultural development. His scholarly expertise encompasses the institutional frameworks of multilateral organizations including the WTO, OECD, and UN system. Dr. Lim holds a Ph.D. in Agricultural Finance and Policy from Texas A&M University (1995). He has established a distinguished record of scholarship through peer-reviewed journal articles, research monographs, policy reports, and edited volumes. His research contributions have been disseminated at premier domestic and international academic conferences, and he maintains active collaborative relationships with leading research institutions and scholars across multiple continents. His current research initiatives include investigating the impact of Sanitary and Phytosanitary Measures on agricultural trade flows and exploring rural development strategies in Northern Kazakhstan. Dr. Lim's international research portfolio includes substantive projects and educational initiatives in Kazakhstan, Indonesia, China, Italy, and Japan, reflecting his commitment to cross-cultural scholarly exchange and evidence-based policy engagement. He currently serves as an Academic Editor for PLOS ONE, contributing to the peer review and dissemination of research in the international academic community.